Jim Braude and Margery Eagan asked listeners about the idea of fully legalizing marijuana in Massachusetts.

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As Massachusetts edges towards operational medical marijuana dispensaries, some marijuana advocates are proposing a further step: legalizing it completely. Today on Beacon Hill Massachusetts lawmakers will hold a hearing on legalization. A rally for speedier medical marijuana will run concurrently with the hearing. What do you think — should Massachusetts follow in the footsteps of Colorado and Washington? Are lawmakers starting to get a case of reefer madness? (Starts at 1:00)

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